How much do muscles swell?

LaBelleRebelle

Active Member
I did Power Hour yesterday, and today my whole body aches (yay!) But this morning I tried to pull on a pair of jeans I wore 2 days ago, and they are skin tight! They were comfortable on Wednesday (not too tight, not too loose. Just right). But today I can barely squeeze into them- especially along the entire thigh area. I know it's not normal water retention because I always retain water in my lower abs (yuck.)

Is this just muscle swelling from the shock they've gotten? I haven't done a lot of strength training in the past several weeks, and am just getting back into it full-bore. Will ths swelling be only temporary (suddenly none if my clothes fit!!!) What can I do about it??
 
Yes, this is a very common side effect when very sore and will go away within a day or two. Drink lots of water too. Take Care!
 

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